2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 776 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3040 mm |
